Ways to work together.
From the music director's chair to the drum kit, the arranging desk to the classroom — here's how theaters, producers, schools, and brands partner with Robert.
Six ways to collaborate
Musical Direction
Leading the band and shaping the sound for theaters and producers — from soul revues to full-book musicals.
- Rehearsal and performance direction
- Band leadership from the kit
- Support for singers and cast
- Runs, revivals, and premieres
Drumming & Live Performance
A seasoned drummer for sessions, gigs, and tours, bringing steady time and real feel to any stage.
- Studio and session work
- Concerts and one-off gigs
- Touring and special events
- Pit and house-band drumming
Arranging & Orchestration
Charts and arrangements that fit the room, the voices, and the story — practical for the players and true to the song.
- Vocal and band arrangements
- Adaptations for your ensemble
- Rhythm-section charts
- Show and set-list orchestration
Bandleading — The R2Project
Robert's own band, ready for concerts, private events, and features — a tight, soulful group led from the drums.
- Full-band bookings
- Concerts and festivals
- Private and corporate events
- Custom set lists
Education, Clinics & Workshops
School clinics, private lessons, and masterclasses for kids and young musicians, tailored to age and skill level.
- School and youth clinics
- Private drum lessons
- Ensemble coaching
- Explore teaching
Brand Partnerships & Endorsements
For music companies seeking a working artist to represent their products — a professional, long-term collaboration built on genuine use.
- Product endorsement and feedback
- Clinics and demonstrations
- Content and appearances
- Ongoing artist relationships
Audio Engineering & Production
Robert doesn't just play the music — he captures it. At the Black Ensemble Theater he oversees the recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and archiving of all music and audio for every production.
- Live and studio recording
- Mixing and mastering
- Editing and audio archiving
- Collaboration with sound designers
MIDI Programming & Sampling
Where a live band needs augmenting — or a score needs sounds that no pit can hold — Robert builds them, programming and sampling to sit seamlessly beside live players.
- MIDI programming for productions
- Sampling and sound design support
- Transcription and score preparation
- Composing for the stage
Simple from first note to last
Reach out
Send a note with the basics — the date, the venue or program, and what you have in mind. No detail is too small to start with.
Plan the details
Robert talks through scope, music, and logistics with you, then confirms what the engagement will look like.
Make it happen
Prepared and professional, Robert shows up ready to serve the music — on stage, in the studio, or in the room.
Partner with a working artist.
Robert is an award-winning music director and drummer who is on stage and in the studio year-round. For music companies looking for an artist to endorse their products, that steady, real-world use is the point — feedback and representation come from an instrument that is actually being played, night after night.
He brings a professional presence to clinics, demonstrations, and appearances, and a reputation built over decades in Chicago theater and live performance. Partnerships are approached honestly and for the long term: a good fit for both sides, grounded in gear he believes in.
The best endorsement is the honest one — an instrument played every night, in front of a real audience.Robert Reddrick
Ready to work together?
Whether you're a theater, a producer, a school, or a brand, tell Robert what you need and he'll help shape the right collaboration.
All engagements are subject to availability and scheduling. Scope, timing, and details are confirmed for each project individually.